Property Management Blog

If you don't know how much rent late fee you can charge, this video is for you!  We explore what the laws say, and in practice what you can expect when in front of a judge. Charging rent late fees can be confusing so we are glad to help.

Landlords in Pennsylvania have the right to ask their prospective tenants for a security deposit when renting out their properties. This deposit helps you to be protected from potential financial issues that may result from your tenant’s negligent actions. Such actions coul...

What is happening in the 2022 rental housing market? It's wild times out there! Leasing agent superstar, Kristin Leet, of One Focus Property Management, shares what has changed in rental leasing in the last two years.  She shares what is driving the demand, how applicant...

The Lead-Based Paint Disclosure You’re Probably Ignoring (But Shouldn’t) If you own a rental property built before 1978 and you’re not disclosing lead-based paint risks to your tenants, you’re not just being forgetful—you’re breaking federal la...

4 Things Missing from Your Due Diligence Checklist (That Could Bite You Later) If you're buying rental property and you're actually doing due diligence (congrats, gold star), I’m guessing your checklist still has some big holes in it. Most investors either slap one ...

Both landlords and tenants have certain rights and obligations under the Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant laws when renting out a property. These rights and responsibilities come into effect after a lease or rental agreement is established. So, whether you’re a new la...

What does your property manager do if tenants don't pay rent? At One Focus Property Management we are proud to offer the ONLY full assurance property management plan in North Central Pennsylvania.  Learn how our clients are enjoying ZERO TENANT RISK on their real estate ...

Why do you need to require renters insurance on every single rental property?  I have three quick horror stories to illustrate how innocently and quickly this risk will creep up on you. It isn't only about protecting tenant belongings, it also protects you! You need to r...

There are ZERO good reasons to leave the keys in the mailbox at your rental property, so DON'T! Today's video tells you the risks of leaving the keys unsecured and thus, your property at risk.  Also, what solutions are there for the real estate investor who wants to ...

Nobody teaches you how to enter your rental property, but we will! We don't take enough caution when entering our rental properties to ensure we don't find embarrassment, anger or danger on the other side of the door.  Enjoy the tips!